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Sisolak on recent heat wave: We must 'ensure we have the resources to protect Nevadans'

By Bob Martin | Jul 1, 2022

Nevada has been facing extreme heat of late, and the State recently collaborated with local and federal partners for a new central resource that can be accessed through the internet for assistance.

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Nevada among states hit hardest by inflation

By Bob Martin | Feb 8, 2022

Inflation in the United States is at a 40-year high and continues to rise at an alarming rate, which has left Nevada residents suffering in their wallet.

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'We've made great strides': Nevada adds jobs despite a worrisome economic U.S. outlook

By Bob Martin | Feb 7, 2022

There have been plenty of challenges presented to the nation during the first year of President Joe Biden being in office, mostly due to rising costs and the ongoing pandemic. A recent McLaughlin and Associates poll found that most Americans have a negative outlook on the President’s job and the state of the economy, which aligns with the view of Nevada residents.

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'A true inspiration': Reno and Truckee area residents celebrate MLK through service

By Bob Martin | Jan 25, 2022

Martin Luther King showed selflessness and service in his actions throughout his fight for equality during the civil rights movement of the 1960s.

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Report: Despite federal funding, Nevada makes few convictions in human trafficking

By Bob Martin | Dec 27, 2021

While efforts have been made to fight human trafficking, a report from the Human Trafficking Institute has shown that there have not been many convictions in the state of Nevada.

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Nevada aims to be carbon free, but some fear it could give China an industry advantage

By Bob Martin | Nov 21, 2021

Green energy policies are a huge part of the $64 billion market for renewable energy sources like wind and solar power, and in Nevada, the Energy Portfolio Standard requires the state to be at 50% carbon with a goal of being carbon-free by 2050.

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Nevada experiencing highest inflation in decades; misery index soars, too

By Bob Martin | Nov 17, 2021

The state of Nevada is experiencing the highest inflation in decades, according to various reports that show some areas like fuel prices skyrocketing.

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Youngkin victory in Virginia highlights Republican momentum

By Bob Martin | Nov 5, 2021

For the first time since 2009, Virginia voters elected a Republican governor as Glenn Youngkin defeated Democrat Terry McAuliffe; the upset comes just a year after Joe Biden dominated the state in the presidential election. The Virginia results on Nov. 2 highlighted an Election Day that was troubling to Democrats nationwide, particularly in swing states like Nevada.

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Nevada gas price nears $4 as costs at the pump continue to climb

By Bob Martin | Oct 19, 2021

Gas prices continue to skyrocket around the country, including Nevada, which has seen an increase of $1.26 per gallon from a year ago, according to AAA.